Dry Needling: A Powerful Pain Relief Technique
Dry needling has become a common tool in physiotherapy, however the mechanisms behind this effective technique are often misrepresented, or misunderstood. Dry needling is not the same as acupuncture, though it does use the same style of needle. Despite this...
Understanding the “Why” Behind Pre-Season Screening Tests
In our previous blog, we discussed the importance of pre-season screening for athletes. Now, let’s delve into the specific tests we utilize at RHP Physiotherapy and the crucial reasons behind their inclusion. Range of Motion: Strength Tests: Functional Tests: By...
Pre-Season Testing: Why You Should Consider It
For athletes, the pre-season is a crucial time for building fitness, honing skills, and preparing for the demands of the upcoming season. While many focus on physical training, one often overlooked aspect is pre-season testing and injury screening. What is...
Wrist instability
Effective use of our wrist and hand is important for all aspects of our life. If our wrist joint becomes unstable, it can alter the movement and function of our hand, and our entire upper limb. An unstable wrist can...
About holistic health, a physio’s perspective
As physiotherapists, we spend our days diving deep into the human body, unravelling the mysteries of pain and dysfunction. We focus on specific injuries, like a tweaked knee or a sore back. But what if we zoom out a bit?...
Stress & Nutrition: Separating Fact from Fiction for Better Health
As per our previous blogs we have made note of how ingrained stress has become in our lives. We have also noted the challenges that our typical environments place on us, resulting in more difficulty in managing stress. But it...
Stress in today’s lifestyle
Stress is incredibly common in our current lifestyles. We are constantly bouncing from deadline to deadline whether it is home, the workplace or even socially. It’s not something we see as avoidable in all instances and sometimes perhaps it can...
A Guide For Managing Stress And General Wellbeing
Stress is fast becoming a major and silent contributor to poor health with links to various chronic health conditions as well as persistent pain problems. Far too often we see, as Physiotherapists, a patient with a painful condition that is...
Balance and Falls Prevention
Maintaining balance is a fundamental aspect of overall wellbeing, as we age, the importance of fostering stability becomes even more pronounced. Falls can have severe consequences, particularly in older adults, making it essential to proactively address balance issues. In this...
Healing Time Frames: When We Have An Issue In The Tissue
Our bodies do a fantastic job at healing injured tissue. This timeline of healing does depend on the severity of the injury, and the type of tissue injured. Having an understanding of this timeline is extremely helpful in predicting overall...